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Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Named Billboard’s Top Song That Never Hit No. 1
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🗓 22 Aug 2026, 11:49 AM
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Billboard’s latest ranking places Queen’s 1975 classic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ as the greatest track that never topped the Hot 100 chart.
Billboard released a list of songs that never reached No.1 on its Hot 100 chart, highlighting the cultural impact of tracks that fell short of the top spot.
At the top of that list is Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody”, the 1975 release that combined rock, opera and pop, and has remained a staple of radio and streaming playlists worldwide.
While the song peaked at number two in the United States, its enduring popularity, critical acclaim and frequent inclusion in movies and commercials have cemented its status, leading Billboard to label it the greatest No.1‑missed song.
At the top of that list is Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody”, the 1975 release that combined rock, opera and pop, and has remained a staple of radio and streaming playlists worldwide.
While the song peaked at number two in the United States, its enduring popularity, critical acclaim and frequent inclusion in movies and commercials have cemented its status, leading Billboard to label it the greatest No.1‑missed song.